Saudi Arabia boosts naval power with 12 advanced combat ships under Sarawat and Tuwaiq projects

Saudi Arabia is enhancing its naval capabilities through the Sarawat and Tuwaiq projects, which include 12 advanced combat ships. The initiatives are part of efforts to modernize the Royal Saudi Naval Forces, localize military industries, and transfer technology and expertise, supporting national capacity-building and operational readiness.

The Sarawat project features eight Avante 2200 corvette-class combat ships. It aims to transfer technology and knowledge, localize naval shipbuilding, and develop Hazm, the first Saudi-made naval combat management system. The project also focuses on training national talent, integrating combat systems, and improving maintenance operations.

The Tuwaiq project comprises four multi-mission surface combatant (MMSC) ships. It includes the development of King Abdulaziz Naval Base in Jubail, the establishment of advanced maintenance and training facilities, as well as crew training, technology transfer, and boosting local content.

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These projects aim to strengthen the readiness of the Saudi naval forces, safeguard the Kingdom’s strategic interests, and secure vital maritime routes. They also support the localization of the naval military industry and national capacity-building, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.